Painting pictures with words.
Opening a part of the soul.
Emotion flowing with the lines.
Tapestry skillfully woven.
Reflecting thoughts artfully.
Yearning to make a difference.
--Karen O'Leary--Whispers' Editor

Sunday, June 17, 2018

A Cherita (untitled)--By Mary Gunn--Ireland

A Cherita (untitled)Father's Day

spotting a horse's
head

in a naked tree

he sawed and carved

to release the horse

my first wooden toy

(published telling
a story (the cherita), 2017, 1-2-3
press)

Mary Gunn writes haiku, tanka, cherita and other forms of poetry. She
draws inspiration from the natural world around her. She also writes short
stories. Her writing has appeared in a variety of publications including NeverEnding
Story, Dual Coast Magazine, Atlas Poetica, Blithe Spirit, Presence,
Moonbathing, cattails, Chrysanthemum and Eucalypt.

"Thank you for all your lovely comments. They are much appreciated. If not familiar with the cherita form - created by ai li - information is available on www.thecherita.com or http://thecherita.com. Regards, Mary."